Right Angle Symbol
∟ is the right angle symbol, commonly used to show a 90° corner or turn.
U+221F
The symbol ∟ represents a right angle (90°). It’s useful anywhere you need to clearly indicate a corner, bend, or perpendicular direction. This page includes copy-ready options and code escapes.
Right Angle Symbol Meaning
∟ is the RIGHT ANGLE symbol, indicating a perpendicular relationship or a 90° corner. You’ll see it in math and diagram contexts when describing lines that meet at right angles. It also works well in design and technical writing to label corners, show turns, or clarify alignment rules in layouts and schematics. Compared with a more generic corner mark, ∟ is a dedicated character with a specific Unicode code point (U+221F), making it easy to paste consistently across documents, websites, and apps using Unicode-capable fonts.
Common uses
- •Labeling 90° corners in diagrams and floor plans
- •Indicating perpendicular lines in math notes and worksheets
- •Marking right-angle turns in instructions and diagrams
- •Designing UI callouts that show alignment or bending points
- •Annotating technical drawings and schematic descriptions
Examples
∟ Right Angle Symbol (Copy & HTML Code)
- ∟Connect the lines at ∟ to form a right angle.
- ∟This wall corner is a ∟ turn—measure 90°.
- ∟Align the edge so it meets the reference line at ∟.
- ∟Use ∟ to denote perpendicular supports in the diagram.
- ∟The pathway changes direction at ∟.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+221F | |
| HTML Entity | ∟ | |
| HTML Code | ∟ | |
| CSS | \221F |
FAQ
What does the Right Angle symbol mean?
∟ is the RIGHT ANGLE symbol, indicating a perpendicular relationship or a 90° corner. You’ll see it in math and diagram contexts when describing lines that meet at right angles. It also works well in design and technical writing to label corners, show turns, or clarify alignment rules in layouts and schematics. Compared with a more generic corner mark, ∟ is a dedicated character with a specific Unicode code point (U+221F), making it easy to paste consistently across documents, websites, and apps using Unicode-capable fonts.
What is the Unicode code point for ∟?
The Unicode code point is U+221F (RIGHT ANGLE).
How do I copy the right angle symbol for web use?
You can paste it directly as ∟, or use the HTML entity ∟.
What CSS escape can I use for ∟?
Use the CSS escape \\221F.
What JavaScript escape represents ∟?
Use \\u{221F} in JavaScript (Unicode escape with braces).